I was lucky enough to get one of the raises. Big one, actually. Based on my PMR, they said. But even that’s not enough to make me stay. The instability, the toxicity, and the erosion of any kind of long-term vision...it’s exhausting. I’d rather take a pay cut for a sane environment.
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From what you wrote it seems that the paycheck wasn't one of your motives for making a decision to leave even before the raise. The place will not get less toxic, it will not get more stable, or anything. Chances are you will be happier somewhere else even with less money.
I feel this so hard. Raise or no raise, I can't afford to walk away yet. Doesn’t mean I’m not dreaming about it every day, I'm just stuck playing it safe for now. I envy you for being able to choose peace over chaos.
Not the best time for who? Not everybody has the same circumstances you know.
I think the person ought to go with their gut.
I hope you locked in another job before you decided to pull the plug here. Not really the best time to quit.
I wouldn't do that. But more power to you, I guess.